Reflecting on a Royal Past

In her revealing Netflix docuseries, “Harry & Meghan,” Meghan Markle shared insightful moments about her time as a working royal. “Most of the time that I was in the UK I rarely wore color,” she confessed, highlighting how strategic choices were made to avoid clashing with other royals and to maintain discretion.

Her choice of muted tones—camels, beiges, whites—wasn’t merely a fashion statement but a thoughtful effort to blend into her surroundings. This approach was evident during her final public appearance in the UK, where she donned a striking cerulean dress—a stark contrast from her usual palette.

The Evolution of Meghan’s Style

Fast forward to today, and we see Meghan embracing her personal style more freely. Her wardrobe now embodies “quiet luxury,” featuring brands like Toteme for elegant dresses, designer denim that exudes comfort without compromising on chicness, and Hermès flats—symbols of understated elegance.

A Touch of Royal Legacy

Despite her newfound fashion freedom, echoes of her royal past are still present. Her choice of a nude maxi dress for a recent school visit in Nigeria with Prince Harry subtly nods to her Kensington Palace days, yet the virtually backless cut and her tousled boho braid signal “Montecito Meghan”—a blend of regal charm and Californian ease.

A Royal Couple’s Journey

Prince Harry and Meghan’s current tour in Nigeria may be private, but it stirs memories of their whirlwind state visits as newlyweds. During their 2018 tour across Australia, Fiji, Tonga, and New Zealand, they captured global attention by announcing the Duchess’s first pregnancy.

Life Beyond the Crown

In the years since then, much has changed. They now reside in California, focusing on their children—five-year-old Archie and two-year-old Lilibet—and managing personal projects like the Invictus Games for Prince Harry and a forthcoming lifestyle brand by Meghan.

Despite these changes, some things remain constant. The public’s fascination with what Meghan wears continues unabated, underscoring her influence as both a fashion icon and a modern royal.